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Thanks everyone for the replies! The sound occurs about once a degree of rotation. So a full rotation of the prop may generate around 300 or so clicks. I took a video (to capture the sound) and uploaded it to YouTube: SOUND. This video was captured by placing my cell phone in the...

Thanks! What is it? Why does the other Cessna not make that sound?

A friend and I were preflighting my Cessna 150 when we found the following. When I manually turn the prop on my Cessna 150,there is a distinct "click" feel to the prop, similar to what you would notice when turning a watch. Plus there is a clicking sound in the cowling. My friend also...

A lot of people commented that 20 years is a long time. But that time is in reference to another poster's answer. I am thinking more in the line of the last few years. Those usually have a new prop and engine and are reasonably priced. Are most gear up landings simply cosmetic damage to the...

I am in the market for an aircraft and have been leaning towards a Mooney. I have notice a number of Mooneys on the market have had a gear up landing. What is the general belief concerning these aircraft? Should I stay away? Or are the repairs simple enough it is not an issue?

Out of curiosity, when was the last time a controller called you by name? I am always referred to by tail number. I am really surprised ForeFlight is allowed to submit so many flight plans using one account. It seems there would be a security implication if filing to get in/out the SFRA as...

Just curious as to everyone's opinion on fuel injection engines vs carb. I have been looking at a really nice Mooney M20C. I am just wondering if I should wait to find an E model which is fuel injected. Opinions?